Current Weather and Forecast in Pyongyang, North Korea
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About the weather in Pyongyang
Pyongyang has a humid continental climate. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 84°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 16°. July brings the most rain, on about 16 days, while May is the sunniest, with 9.7 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 94 days.
Pyongyang climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
When should I visit Pyongyang?
April to May and September to October is the sweet spot for Pyongyang - the rains have stopped and the heat has not yet peaked. Expect 70°F (21°C) in the afternoon and around 7 days of rain in a typical month of it. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in April.
Which month is coolest in Pyongyang?
January, with highs of 32°F (0°C) and lows near 16°F (-9°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to -7°F (-22°C).
When is Pyongyang at its hottest?
August, averaging 84°F (29°C) by day and 71°F (22°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 96°F (36°C).
What is the rainiest month in Pyongyang?
July, at 11.0 inches (280 mm) over about 16 days. January is the driest month, at 15 mm (0.6 in).
Does it snow in Pyongyang?
Yes - about 6 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated December through March.
How sunny is Pyongyang?
8.6 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in May at 9.7 hours.
Is Pyongyang hot in summer?
August averages 84°F (29°C). Hot afternoons happen but extremes are not the norm.